Most recently, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Tottenham Hotspur completed their Premier League seasons on high notes. Their performances over the course of the season couldn’t have been more juxtaposed. Making their labor special both teams had match day squads of 38. Their metrics tell different tales, both about their spot in the league table and about the big picture.
Wolverhampton Wanderers finished 12th with 12–6–20. Along the way, they racked up an impressive 42 points in the process. They had no problem finding the back of the net 54 times but gave up an astounding 69 goals for a goal differential of -15. In spite of all their hard work, the team was unable to win on a regular basis, sealing their fate with a drop deep within the league.
Tottenham Hotspur recorded 11 wins, 5 draws, and 22 losses, ending the season with 38 points. The squad was able to display a much more potent attack, scoring 64 goals on the season. The big problem was on defense, where they allowed 65 goals to finish with a goal difference of -1. The gap between their offensive production and defensive leaks was alarming all year long.
Each club had to overcome their own difficulties as they fought through the highs and lows of the Premier League. Wolverhampton’s mid-table finish was indicative of the struggles they faced, especially in the backline. Further, they must do better than their goals against count. This is a huge and necessary change if they hope to compete for higher placements in future seasons.
Tottenham’s season could best be described as up and down, with the team producing more losses than wins. They even scored a higher volume of goals than Wolverhampton, demonstrating their burgeoning offensive capabilities. Their dismal backline prevented them from ranking any higher in the standings. The team will need to address its defensive weaknesses in the offseason to enhance its prospects for the next campaign.
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